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Christmas is the time when some people may go to the church. This may be your first time visiting the local church in Chandler’s Ford.
I took 2 pictures of our local churches recently.
Could you identify the churches? [Read more…] about Guess The Churches
The Age Concern Carol Service at the Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church this afternoon was brilliant.
The Rev. Peter Cornick made us think about the true meaning of Christmas. Is Christmas just about shopping and eating? He asked.
Both the Thornden Wind Band and the Toynbee School choir performed beautifully at the carol service. [Read more…] about Age Concern Carol Service At Methodist Church
The fantastic Chandler’s Ford MDG Players (Methodist Church Drama Group) will be performing Bunkered by Lynn Brittney, on Thursday 28th, Friday 29th and Saturday 30th November 2013 at 7.30 pm.
They will perform in the Methodist Church Hall, Winchester Road, Chandler’s Ford. [Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford MDG Players Present Bunkered From 28 – 30 November 2013
When you walk along Hursley Road in Chandler’s Ford, outside the Parish Church, do you ever pause and look at the Chandler’s Ford War Memorial? Do you ever read the names on the stones?
Chandler’s Ford resident Hazel Bateman told me this story of the War Memorial at the St. Boniface Church, Parish of Chandler’s Ford. [Read more…] about Story Of Chandler’s Ford War Memorial
The Chameleon Theatre Company of Chandlers Ford are now offering free transport to the elderly and disabled residents of local care homes as well as free seats at four of their productions each year at The Ritchie Hall in Hursley Road in Chandler’s Ford.
Chris Greenwood (UKIP) Hampshire County Councillor is covering the cost of the transport via his Local Community Support Fund. [Read more…] about FREE Theatre Evenings For The Elderly In Chandler’s Ford
Divine Dining!
Congratulations! Now the Parish of Chandler’s Ford has got its very own Cookery Book!
Thanks to the parishioners of Chandler’s Ford, The 27-page Divine Dining is now on sale for £3 only.
Divine Dining makes a great Christmas gift [Read more…] about Divine Dining – Parish Of Chandler’s Ford Cookery Book
On the 13th of October 2013 (Sunday), Chandler’s Ford celebrated the 10th anniversary of the re-opening of the Chandler’s Ford train station.
It was a beautiful celebration. The weather was typically British.
Local people got together for an afternoon of joyous celebration. [Read more…] about Reminiscing The Old Chandler’s Ford Train Station
It’s the day all of us have been waiting for!
Chandler’s Ford rail station re-opened 10 years ago. On October 13 (Sunday), there will be a grand celebration to mark the event.
The celebration [Read more…] about 10th Anniversary: Celebrating Chandler’s Ford Station Re-opening
The 14th Eastleigh Scout and Guide Band will present The Spitfires this weekend.
Performing at Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church on the 5th October, the band are celebrating their 45th Anniversary, and also the launch of their new Corps of Drums.
Date: Saturday on the 5th of October 2013 at 7.30pm [Read more…] about The Spitfires: 45th Anniversary Concert At Methodist Church
The Chameleons Theatre Company in Chandler’s Ford recently staged Ladies Down Under, the award-winning playwright Amanda Whittington’s follow-up to last summer’s Ladies Day.
Both plays performed to full houses every night at The Ritchie Hall in Hursley Road. [Read more…] about Review: Ladies Down Under By The Chameleons
For their October production, The Chameleons of Chandler’s Ford will be staging The Nightingales, a comedy set in the 1950’s.
It’s the 1950s and this charming comedy introduces the Nightingales, members of a theatrical family who perform more at home than they do on the stage.
Will anyone find their true love? [Read more…] about New Comedy “The Nightingales” By The Chameleons
Hampshire Open Studios: 17th – 26th August 2013. It’s a great chance for you to discover great art and support our local artists.
You can find out the location of the studios from Hampshire Open Studios website.
The participating artists have opened their studios and homes to showcase their work. [Read more…] about Hampshire Open Studios 2013: Chandler’s Ford Artists
If you visit Jane Austen’s house in Winchester, at No 8 College Street, you’ll see a plaque on the wall of the straw-coloured building, where Jane Austen spent the last few weeks of her life in 1817.
The plaque reads: In this house Jane Austen lived her last days and died. 18th July 1817. [Read more…] about Unusual Street Names In Chandler’s Ford: Gardner, Laidlaw And Morley
I’ve picked up a few books about Chandler’s Ford from the library and you may find them interesting.
1) Capt. A.A.J. Fortune: Chandlers Ford, 1859 – 1969. The book cover reads, “An account of the growth of Chandlers Ford from a hamlet to a village by 1897, now the largest residential area in the Borough of Eastleigh.”
Price for the book was 10/6. [Read more…] about Fascinating Books About Chandler’s Ford
Last weekend, I enjoyed a lovely evening trying to solve a murder mystery: The Hursley Homicide.
The Parish Church organised this fantastic event at St. Martin in the Wood.
We tried solving the murder mystery while enjoying a hog roast, fine wine and desserts. [Read more…] about Hog Roast And Murder: The Hursley Homicide
I visited Daniel Mulcahy, the owner of the furniture upholstery in the Central Precinct, in his shop in Chandler’s Ford a while ago.
Danny is an incredibly friendly and funny man. He told me fascinating stories about the Central Precinct, including what he saw on the day of the HSBC bank robbery in 2007. [Read more…] about From Old To New: Furniture Upholstery And Restoration In Chandler’s Ford
Oh no, you missed the Summer Tea Party yesterday! (p/s: Not a lot of sun outdoor; warmth and laughter indoor.)
Our indulgence? Strawberries and cream, and wonderfully delicious homemade cakes and sandwiches.
Highlights of The Summer Tea Party at St. Boniface Church yesterday afternoon: [Read more…] about Summer Tea Party St St. Boniface Church
Do you still remember the day when Chandler’s Ford train station was opened?
It was exactly 10 years ago.
This year, Chandler’s Ford Train Station is celebrating its 10th anniversary. [Read more…] about Historical Pictures: Chandler’s Ford Train Station Opened 10 Years Ago
Chandler’s Ford library celebrated its 30th birthday last Saturday.
Outside the library, there were Jude’s ice cream, drinks and cupcakes. Children enjoyed their story time outdoor, with a bit of sunshine, fortunately.
Inside the library, Mr Tall was busy entertaining children. [Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford Library: 30th Happy Birthday!
This coming Saturday (25th May), Chandler’s Ford library is celebrating its 30th birthday. Don’t forget to visit the library to celebrate it together.
Here are some of the exciting activities on the day:
Featuring Mr Tall and Jude’s Ice Cream [Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford Library: 30th Birthday
